Poetic form Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
Elegy
A
A poem of mourning typically reflecting loss or grief.
2
Q
Ballad
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Narrative poem which tells a story of love, adventure or tragedy through repetition and rhyme.
3
Q
Lyric
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A poem in a lyrical style which expresses a person’s thoughts and emotions.
4
Q
Dramatic monologue
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A poem where a single speaker reveals emotions to an implied audience.
5
Q
Sonnet
A
A 14 line poem with a specific rhyme or meter often exploring love and beauty.
